Snow Pants, ranked by PFAS safety
176 products graded A to F, safest first. None have earned a C or better yet, so we show the full ranking and the least-concerning options first.
Buyer’s guide
What to look for in snow pants, and which brands grade best and worst
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Volcom
Men's NWRK Baggy Pant
Cotton canvas blend (standard apparel textile)
Lower PFAS concern for basic baggy pants; no special finishes flagged, but Volcom has made no public PFAS commitments.
⚠Risky category by default
Roxy
Women's Backyard Pant
Nylon/polyester blend with cotton (standard casual pants)
Lower PFAS concern, standard textile pant without water-resistant coating, but brand provides no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
DC Shoes
DC Men's Primo Pant
Cotton/polyester blend twill pants
Lower concern for casual pants; no PFAS-prone treatments evident, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
DC Shoes
DC Men's Docile Bib
Cotton/poly blend fabric (standard bib)
Lower concern, basic bib with no water-resistant coatings likely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
DC Shoes
DC Riveter Pants brown Women
cotton canvas/twill pants
Lower-concern basic apparel; no PFAS triggers evident, but no verification either.
⚠Risky category by default
Quiksilver
Boys Estate Pants
Cotton/cotton-blend woven fabric
Lower concern, standard cotton pants with no water-resistance claims that would trigger water-repellent coating treatment.
⚠Risky category by default
Quiksilver
Men's Porter Pant
Cotton/nylon blend (standard casual pant)
Lower concern, basic cotton-blend pant with no water-repellent coating; typical PFAS risk is minimal unless undisclosed treatment applied.
⚠Risky category by default
Quiksilver
Men's Porter Pants
Cotton/synthetic blend (likely polyester or nylon base)
Lower-concern baseline; standard casual pants without performance coatings, but brand offers no PFAS transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Quiksilver
Porter Pant - Boys' - True Black - S(10)
Cotton/polyester blend (standard apparel)
Lower PFAS concern, basic boys' pant with no water/stain treatment claims.
⚠Risky category by default
The North Face
Men's Dawnstrike GTX Pants
Nylon with GORE-TEX membrane (ePTFE laminate)
Skip if PFAS-sensitive; GTX uses Teflon-family coating that may contain legacy PFAS, and North Face makes no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
The North Face
Men's Chakal Pant
nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until The North Face discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or adopts PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Patagonia
Men's Powder Town Pants
nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Moderate concern due to water-repellent coating; Patagonia does not disclose PFAS status for this product.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Patagonia
Men's Storm Shift Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment (likely fluorocarbon-based)
Skip or contact Patagonia directly, water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS, no transparency offered.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Patagonia
Men's Insulated Storm Shift Ski/Snowboard Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish; insulated lining
Skip until Patagonia discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Burton
Men's Ballast GORE-TEX 2L Pants
GORE-TEX 2L membrane laminate (polytetrafluoroethylene-based)
Skip unless you accept Teflon-type coating-membrane risk; Burton discloses nothing about PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Burton
Men's Reserve 2L 3-In-1 Pants
Nylon/polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-resistant finish
Skip or contact Burton, silent on PFAS in a 3-in-1 waterproof jacket where water-repellent coating chemistry matters most.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Women's Bugaboo II Pants
Nylon taffeta with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Columbia discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Women's Platinum Peak II 3L Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Columbia discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; 3L waterproofing typically implies fluorinated treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Men's Whistler Peak Waterproof Rain Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip unless Columbia discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof apparel typically relies on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Women's Slope Seeker Insulated Pants
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or contact Columbia directly, no public PFAS disclosure for this model.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Men's Bugaboo V Pants
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Columbia discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, typical outdoor pants use PFAS coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Women's Storm Surge II Rain Pants
Synthetic outer shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Higher PFAS risk due to waterproofing; Columbia does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Women's Whistler Peak Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Avoid if PFAS-concerned; Columbia's water-repellent coating treatment likely contains legacy PFAS, with no disclosure or third-party verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Men's Moon Patrol GORE-TEX Bib
GORE-TEX membrane with nylon shell
GORE-TEX bibs use water-repellent coating coatings; Salomon has not disclosed PFAS use or elimination, proceed with caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Men's Brilliant Pant
Polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Salomon discloses or certifies PFAS-free status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Charger Gore-tex 2L Pants Men's
Gore-Tex 2L membrane (expanded Teflon-type coating-based) + nylon shell
Skip or verify Gore-Tex's current PFAS practices, brand discloses nothing despite known water-repellent coating/membrane chemistry concerns.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Women's Edge Pant
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment
Typical ski pant with probable PFAS-based water treatment; Salomon does not disclose PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Men's Fissile Insulated Pant
Synthetic insulation with water-repellent coating-treated synthetic shell
Skip until Arc'teryx discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Men's Sabre Pant Print
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip unless Arc'teryx confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Alpha SV Bib Men's
Gore-Tex membrane with nylon shell; water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
High-performance waterproof gear with undisclosed water-repellent coating chemistry, PFAS risk present but unconfirmed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Men's Beta SV GORE-TEX Pants
GORE-TEX membrane (ePTFE laminate) + nylon shell
High PFAS risk due to GORE-TEX; Arc'teryx has not disclosed PFAS status or pursued PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Men's Beta Pants in GORE-TEX
GORE-TEX membrane (expanded Teflon-type coating-based waterproof breathable fabric)
High PFAS risk due to GORE-TEX water-repellent coating treatment; Arc'teryx discloses nothing about forever chemicals.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Volcom
Men's Volcom Guch Stretch Gore Pant
Stretch fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip unless Volcom discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, stretch pants typically use PFAS-based water treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Volcom
Men's L Gore-Tex Pant
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-type coating-based) + outer shell
Gore-Tex pants carry inherent PFAS risk; no brand transparency, skip if PFAS-concerned.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Volcom
Guide Gore-Tex Pants Men's
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-type coating-based) with nylon shell
Skip or verify, Gore-Tex waterproofing historically used PFAS; no public disclosure from Volcom clarifies current chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Volcom
Men's Kleveland Snow Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip, Volcom discloses no PFAS stance; water-repellent coating snow pants typically contain PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Volcom
Women's Stonelark GORE-TEX Pants 2026
GORE-TEX membrane laminate with nylon shell
Skip unless Volcom discloses their water-repellent coating chemistry, GORE-TEX itself is Teflon-type coating-free, but shell treatment remains opaque.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Volcom
Men's Arthur 20K Pant
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating
Higher PFAS risk due to waterproof treatment and brand silence; consider alternatives with PFAS-free water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Volcom
Men's Dua Gore-Tex Pant
Gore-Tex membrane with nylon shell
Gore-Tex waterproofing historically relied on Teflon-type coating; Volcom provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Roxy
Women's Rising High Pants
Polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or contact Roxy directly, typical sportswear water-repellent coating is often PFAS-based, with no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Roxy
Women's Passive Lines Snow Pant
Polyester with water-resistant treatment (water-repellent coating, type unspecified)
Skip unless Roxy discloses the water-repellent coating chemistry, PFAS risk unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Roxy
Women's Summit Bib
Polyester with water-repellent coating treatment (likely fluorinated)
Skip until Roxy discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof ski bibs typically use PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Roxy
Women's Nadia Printed Snow Pant
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Roxy discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, most snowpants use PFAS-based coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Roxy
Nadia Pant
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or investigate further, waterproof apparel carries PFAS risk Roxy hasn't publicly addressed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Roxy
Women's Gore-Tex Stretch Prism Bib
Gore-Tex membrane (polytetrafluoroethylene-based laminate) + nylon stretch fabric
Gore-Tex bib carries moderate PFAS uncertainty; Roxy provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Roxy
Women's Nadia Snow Pant
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Roxy discloses water-repellent coating treatment details, standard snow pants often use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
DC Shoes
Men's Code Shell Snow Pants
Shell fabric with water-resistant/water-repellent coating (likely fluorocarbon-based)
Skip or verify coating specs, typical snow pants use water-repellent coating treatments that historically contain PFAS, and DC doesn't disclose.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
DC Shoes
Men's Banshee Insulated Snow Pants
polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip or contact DC Shoes directly, no PFAS transparency on insulated snow pants.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
DC Shoes
Men's DC Squadron 30K Pants
polyester/nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until DC discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; 30K waterproofing likely uses legacy PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
DC Shoes
Women's Nonchalant Insulated Snow Pants
polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Snow pants likely treated with water-repellent coating, DC Shoes makes no PFAS disclosure; assume higher concern without verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
DC Shoes
Men's Insulated Snow Chino Pants
polyester shell with insulation; likely water-repellent coating-treated exterior
Skip unless DC discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, insulated snow pants almost certainly use fluorinated water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Quiksilver
Porter Youth Snow Pant KVJ0 10/S
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip unless Quiksilver discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; youth outerwear with water-repellent coating treatment carries inherent PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Quiksilver
Men's Mission Gore-Tex Pant
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-family coating-based waterproof/breathable layer)
Moderate PFAS concern due to Gore-Tex; Quiksilver does not disclose PFAS mitigation.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Quiksilver
Porter Youth Snow Pant KVJ0 12/M
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating-treated fabric
Skip unless Quiksilver discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof youth snow pants are a common PFAS concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Quiksilver
Men's Snow Down Cargo Pants
Polyester/nylon blend with water-resistant coating
Skip until Quiksilver discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Men's Legendary Insulated Pant
polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof insulted pants commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Men's Garibaldi 2.0
Nylon/polyester blend with unspecified water-resistant coating (likely water-repellent coating treatment)
Skip unless Helly Hansen confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating treatment, typical outdoor jackets use PFOA/Teflon-type coating-based coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
ULLR D Snow Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip unless Helly Hansen discloses their water-repellent coating chemistry, silence on PFAS in waterproof outerwear is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Men's Rapid Pant
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Ullr D Bib Shell Pants Men's
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
High PFAS concern due to waterproof treatment and brand silence, choose PFAS-free verified alternatives if available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Men's Legendary Insulated Bib Pant
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Moderate PFAS risk due to water-repellent coating; Helly Hansen provides no transparency on chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Women's Powderqueen Ski Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Ski pants with unknown water-repellent coating treatment, lower confidence due to typical industry use of PFAS in performance coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Men's Garibaldi 2.0 Snow Pants Blue S
Polyester outer with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating; insulated lining
PFAS risk unclear, Helly Hansen does not publicly disclose water-repellent coating chemistry; skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Voices
Men's Outdoor Voices Rectrek Zip-Off Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish (likely fluorocarbon-based)
Skip or contact brand, outdoor apparel with water-repellent coating typically uses PFAS; no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Voices
Women's Rectrek 29" Hiking Pants
nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish
water-repellent coating-treated hiking pants carry moderate PFAS risk; Outdoor Voices has not disclosed treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Voices
Women's Pants & Jumpsuits Outdoor Voices Rectrek Zip Off Pants
nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating water-resistant treatment
Zip-off outdoor pants likely use water-repellent coating; Outdoor Voices does not disclose PFAS status, moderate caution warranted.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Voices
Women's RecTrek Zip Hiking Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish
Typical outdoor apparel with water-repellent coating finish; PFAS risk unknown without brand transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Voices
Men's Rectrek Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment (composition unspecified)
Skip until Outdoor Voices discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free finishes.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Voices
RecTrek Pant in Balsam | Men's Hiking Pants | Outdoor Voices
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Outdoor Voices discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Voices
RecTrek 26in Pant in Navy | Women's Hiking Pants | Outdoor Voices
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Hiking pants with likely water-repellent coating, Outdoor Voices doesn't disclose PFAS status; moderate concern until verified.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Voices
RecTrek Pant in Navy | Men's Tech Pants | Outdoor Voices
Synthetic tech fabric with water-repellent coating treatment (unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, outdoor tech pants routinely use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Men's Stoney HS Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Mammut discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Stoney HS Pants Men
nylon/polyamide with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until Mammut discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof pants typically use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Men's Runbold Winter Softshell Hiking Pants
polyester softshell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip until Mammut discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursues PFAS-free certification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Taiss Guide SO Pants Men
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Mammut discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Men Mammut Fall Line HS Thermo Pant
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment; thermal insulation layer
Skip until Mammut clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry, legacy thermal pants often use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
All-mountain Men's Stoney HS Thermo Insulated Ski Pants
Polyamide with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or verify, silent on water-repellent coating chemistry; Mammut has not disclosed PFAS policy for this product line.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Men's Eiger Nordwand Advanced Softshell Mountaineering Pants
Polyamide shell with water-repellent coating finish; treatment chemistry unspecified
Skip until Mammut discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry or commits to PFAS-free standards.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Men's Alto Light HS Waterproof Hardshell Pants
Polyamide shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Waterproof hardshell pants carry inherent water-repellent coating risk; Mammut silent on PFAS treatment, skip if PFAS-concerned.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Dawn Patrol Pants
Nylon/polyamide with water-repellent coating treatment
Uncertain risk, Black Diamond discloses no PFAS stance on this water-repellent coating pant; skip unless brand confirms PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Alpine Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Moderate PFAS risk from standard water-repellent coating treatment; brand silent on PFAS, ask or seek alternative.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Alpine Light Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip or contact Black Diamond directly, water-repellent coating treatment risk unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Black Diamond Alpine Hybrid Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Alpine hybrid pants use water-repellent coating; Black Diamond discloses no PFAS details, typical for outdoor apparel but leaves uncertainty.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Recon Stretch Ski Pants
nylon/polyester shell with water-repellent coating treatment
Ski pants likely treated with PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Black Diamond silent on chemistry, skip if PFAS-sensitive.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Vision Hybrid Pants
nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip until Black Diamond discloses or switches to PFAS-free water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Fineline Stretch Full Zip Pants
Nylon stretch fabric with water-repellent coating finish
Skip unless Black Diamond discloses water-repellent coating treatment details; standard technical pants often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Pursuit Hybrid Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-resistant coating
Moderate concern, hybrid pants likely have water-repellent coating treatment but Black Diamond discloses nothing about PFAS; skip if you prioritize transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Obermeyer
Women's Bliss Pant
Nylon with water-resistant treatment (water-repellent coating)
Moderate caution: typical ski pant with unknown water-repellent coating; no PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Obermeyer
Women's Malta Pant
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Obermeyer discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; assume legacy PFAS treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Obermeyer
Bliss Women's Short Pants
Polyester blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Obermeyer shorts likely use conventional water-repellent coating (PFAS risk present); no public PFAS transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Obermeyer
Women's Hillary Stretch Pant
Nylon stretch blend with water-repellent coating finish
Moderate concern: stretch ski pant with water-resistant treatment, but brand silent on PFAS chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Obermeyer
Women's Keystone Pants
nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating
Skip until Obermeyer discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Obermeyer
Men's A.M.F. Bib Snow Pant
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating treatment (type unspecified)
Typical ski pant with water-repellent finish; PFAS risk likely but unconfirmed by brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Obermeyer
Alpin Pant Men's
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Likely treated with PFAS-based water-repellent coating; no transparency available, skip if PFAS-avoidant.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Obermeyer
Girls Snoverall Bib Pant
nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Typical ski bib with likely PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Obermeyer silent on chemistry, higher concern without disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bogner
Franzi Ski Women Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish (composition unspecified)
Likely contains PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Bogner makes no disclosure, skip unless brand confirms PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bogner
Curt Men Ski Pant
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Bogner discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bogner
Men's Thore Ski Trousers
Polyester outer shell with water-repellent coating
High-end ski trousers likely use fluorochemical water-repellent coating; Bogner provides no PFAS transparency, ask before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bogner
Men's Tim Ski Trousers
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Bogner discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bogner
Fire + Ice Neda-T Women's
Polyamide/nylon shell with water-repellent coating (unspecified)
Skip or contact Bogner directly, waterproof treatment PFAS content undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bogner
Corbin Corduroy Ski Pants
Corduroy cotton blend with water-repellent coating finish
Corduroy ski pants carry moderate PFAS concern due to likely water-repellent coating; Bogner makes no public PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bogner
Women's Hazel Softshell Ski Pants
Polyester softshell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Skip unless Bogner discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, most ski softshells use PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bogner
Nic-T Pant Men's
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or contact Bogner directly, water-repellent coating pants often use PFAS; no public disclosure available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Phenix
Club Full Zip Race Pants 2022
Polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Phenix discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or verifies PFAS-free status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Phenix
Snow Pants - Women's
Nylon outer shell with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Phenix discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free formulations.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Phenix
Ski/board Pant. Men’s Large. Silver Water Proof With
Synthetic textile with waterproof water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Skip until Phenix discloses waterproof treatment chemistry or provides PFAS-free verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Phenix
CLESSTE +Phenix WINDSTOPPER By GORE-TEX LABS City Barrel Leg Pants
WINDSTOPPER® membrane with nylon/polyester shell
Skip until brand discloses WINDSTOPPER® PFAS status, Gore-Tex traditionally uses Teflon-type coating-based membranes.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Phenix
Mens Medium Ski Pants Black Waterproof Outdoor Winter Gear Snow
Synthetic fabric with waterproof water-repellent coating (unspecified chemistry)
Skip or contact brand for water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof apparel commonly uses PFAS without disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Phenix
Vintage Japanese Brand Phenix Ski Overalls Pant
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Vintage ski wear carries typical water-repellent coating risk; Phenix's treatment chemistry unknown and undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Phenix
Men's Sci Pants Men's Sweden Pnt Full Zipper
Synthetic ski/snow pants with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip unless Phenix discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof snow pants commonly use PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Phenix
Actuator Pants
Synthetic blend with water-resistant treatment
Skip until Phenix discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides third-party PFAS testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Spyder
Men's Hone GORE-TEX Shell Snow Pants
GORE-TEX membrane (ePTFE with PFA binder) + polyester shell
GORE-TEX inherently contains Teflon-type coating; Spyder discloses nothing about PFAS, proceed with caution if PFAS avoidance is a priority.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Spyder
Men's Dare Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, standard ski pants often use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Spyder
Men's Taos Shell Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip unless Spyder discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; conventional shell jackets often use legacy PFAS treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Spyder
Women's Solitaire Bib Pants
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Spyder discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water repellency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Spyder
Women's Section Pant
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or request PFAS disclosure, common ski wear uses fluorinated water-repellent coating coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Spyder
Men's Boundary Insulated Snow Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Spyder discloses or commits to PFAS-free water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Spyder
Men's Turret GTX Shell Pants with Recco Tech
Nylon shell with GTX membrane; water-repellent coating unspecified
High uncertainty, GTX and water-repellent coating coatings historically used PFAS; Spyder discloses neither composition nor PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Spyder
Women's Orb Softshell Pant
Softshell fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip unless Spyder publishes PFAS transparency; softshell water-repellent coating coatings commonly use PFAS with no disclosure here.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Firewall Pants Men's
Nylon/polyester shell with water-repellent coating finish
PFAS risk likely present due to water-repellent coating; Rab does not disclose fluorochemical use or alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Men's Khroma Kinetic Bib
Nylon/polyamide with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip until Rab discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof bibs commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Men's Khroma Diffuse GTX Pants
GORE-TEX membrane (polytetrafluoroethylene-based laminate)
High PFAS risk due to GORE-TEX; Rab provides no disclosure on alternatives or treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Women's Khroma Converge Pants
Nylon/polyamide with water-repellent coating finish
Moderate concern, waterproof pants likely use PFAS-based water-repellent coating; brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Women's Rab Firewall Pants
nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip unless Rab discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof pants carry PFAS risk without transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Women's Tour Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Moderate concern, water-repellent coating treatment typical in outdoor pants, but Rab provides no PFAS transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Norrona Men's Skibotn Flex1 Pants
Polyamide with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Moderate PFAS risk from typical water-repellent coating treatment; Norrøna doesn't disclose chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Lofoten Flex1 Pants
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating treatment (specific chemistry undisclosed)
Premium outdoor brand with no public PFAS transparency; waterproof treatment raises concern but specific chemistry unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Norrona Men's Lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Pants
Gore-Tex Pro shell fabric with water-repellent coating treatment
Gore-Tex Pro likely contains Teflon-type coating/PFAS; Norrøna makes no disclosure, approach with caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Norrona Falketind Flex1 Heavy Duty Pants Men's
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, silent stance on PFAS in outdoor gear is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Norrona Men's Lofoten Gore-Tex Insulated Pants
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-type coating-based), polyester/nylon shell with water-repellent coating finish
Moderate PFAS concern due to Gore-Tex Teflon-type coating and undisclosed water-repellent coating; Norrøna does not publicly address PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Men's Lofoten GORE-TEX Pro Plus Pants
GORE-TEX Pro Plus membrane (polytetrafluoroethylene-based fabric laminate)
Skip unless PFAS exposure is not a personal concern, GORE-TEX Pro Plus inherently contains Teflon-type coating, and Norrøna discloses nothing about PFAS mitigation.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Norrona Falketind Gore-Tex Pants Men's
Gore-Tex membrane with PFC-based water-repellent coating finish
Higher PFAS risk due to Gore-Tex + presumed PFC-water-repellent coating; brand offers no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Didriksons
Snow Pants Didriksons Dale Mens
Polyamide with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip until Didriksons discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Didriksons
Soft Shell Snow Pants
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Skip unless Didriksons discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, silent on PFAS is a red flag for outdoor apparel.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Didriksons
Trousers Didriksons Ara
Synthetic textile with water-repellent finish
Skip until Didriksons discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, silent stance on PFAS in waterproof apparel is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Didriksons
Idre Ski Pants
Polyamide with water-repellent coating waterproof coating
Skip until Didriksons discloses coating chemistry; waterproof apparel carries PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Didriksons
Women's Trousers Didriksons Ara
Polyamide with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Didriksons discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Didriksons
Men's Grit Rain Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Rain pants with undisclosed water-repellent coating; PFAS risk unknown, ask brand or choose verified alternative.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Didriksons
Men's Asher Shower Proof Pants
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Didriksons discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, shower-proof pants typically use PFAS coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Didriksons
Bjornen Kids Insulated Waterproof Winter Snow Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Skip until Didriksons discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Refuge Pant Men's
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof outdoor pants commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's PreCip Eco Full-Zip Pants - Short (Fall 2025)
nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip or contact Marmot for water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof pants typically use PFAS coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's Lightray Pant
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Moderate PFAS risk from water-repellent coating treatment; Marmot discloses nothing, request clarification before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's Seeker GORE-TEX Rain Pants
GORE-TEX membrane (ePTFE laminate)
Skip unless you accept Teflon-type coating-based waterproofing; Marmot does not disclose PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's Diverter Pro Stretch Softshell Hiking Pants with UPF 50
Stretch softshell fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Peak Performance
Gravity Gore-Tex 3L Pants Men
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-type coating-based Teflon-family coating) laminated to nylon shell
Skip or seek explicit PFAS-free alternative, Gore-Tex's Teflon-family coating base raises concern despite no disclosed testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Peak Performance
Alpine Gore-Tex 2L Insulated Shell Pants Men
Gore-Tex (Teflon-type coating-based membrane) with water-repellent coating treatment
Gore-Tex carries inherent PFAS concern; brand makes no disclosure, skip if PFAS-sensitive.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Peak Performance
Whitelight Men's 2L Insulated Snow Pants
Polyester outer with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
High uncertainty, typical insulated snow pants carry water-repellent coating treatment risk; Peak Performance discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Peak Performance
Maroon Insulated Pants Men
synthetic insulation with water-repellent coating-treated shell fabric
High PFAS risk from insulated apparel with water-repellent coating; brand provides no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Peak Performance
Alpine Gore-Tex C-Knit 3L Shell Pants Women
Gore-Tex membrane (expanded Teflon-type coating laminate) with water-repellent coating finish
Gore-Tex inherently contains Teflon-type coating; standard water-repellent coating finishes historically use PFAS, buy only if durability/performance is critical, or seek PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Peak Performance
Iconiq Pants Men
Synthetic blend with water-resistant treatment (likely water-repellent coating)
Skip or contact Peak Performance directly, no PFAS transparency on performance outdoor pants.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Peak Performance
Alpine Gore-Tex 2L Insulated Shell Pants Women
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-family coating-based water-repellent coating laminate)
Skip or accept known PFAS risk, Gore-Tex inherently uses Teflon-family coating; Peak Performance discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Peak Performance
Vertical Gore-Tex Pro 3L Shell Bib Pants Women
Gore-Tex Pro 3L membrane (Teflon-family coating-based)
Skip unless you accept PFAS risk; Gore-Tex Pro contains Teflon-type coating, which is PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Kjus
Men's Pro 3L 2.0 Pants
nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Kjus discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Kjus
Formula Pro Insulated Ski Pant - KJUS ORANGE / 38
Synthetic insulation + water-repellent coating-treated outer shell (coating unspecified)
Skip until Kjus discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Kjus
Men's Kjus Breton Waterproof Pants
Nylon/polyester with waterproof coating (type unspecified)
Skip until Kjus discloses waterproof treatment chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Kjus
Men's Formula Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Kjus discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Kjus
Men's Rain Rescue 2.0 Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent) coating
Higher uncertainty due to water-repellent coating treatment with no PFAS disclosure, contact Kjus or choose verified alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Kjus
Formula Pro Insulated Ski Pant - KJUS NAVY / 32
Polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Likely contains PFAS-based water-repellent coating; no brand transparency or third-party assurance available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Kjus
Men's Lucas FRX Shell Pants
Synthetic shell (likely polyamide/nylon) with proprietary water-repellent coating
Skip until Kjus discloses or verifies water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof shell pants typically use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holden
Women's Insulated Shelby Pant
Insulated shell with water-repellent coating-treated synthetic outer layer
Skip unless Holden discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, insulated winter pants typically use PFAS-based water repellency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holden
Women's Holden Snow Bib
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Holden discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water resistance.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holden
Men's 2L Powder Bib
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Holden discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holden
Women's Standard Twill Shell Snowboard Pants
Twill cotton blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Holden discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holden
Women's Hybrid Down Joggers
Hybrid down (down/synthetic blend) with water-repellent coating
Skip until Holden discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, hybrid down jackets routinely use PFAS water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holden
Men's 3-Layer Cordura Alpine Ski Pants
Cordura nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Holden discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holden
Men's All- Mountain 2L Shell Ski Pants
2L polyester shell with unspecified water-repellent coating
Skip until Holden discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holden
Women's Skinny Snow Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish (coating unspecified)
Skip until Holden discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holmenkol
HMK Superior Men's Snow Bibs
Polyester with water-repellent treatment (water-repellent coating type unspecified)
High PFAS risk due to waterproof coating with no disclosed formulation; skip unless brand clarifies.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holmenkol
Hmk Outerwear Technologies Waterproof Ski Snowmobile Pants Mens Size S
Synthetic textile with waterproof coating (type unspecified)
Skip until Holmenkol discloses waterproof treatment chemistry or provides third-party PFAS testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holmenkol
Aztech Mountain Hayden 3L Pant
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (chemistry unspecified)
Skip until Holmenkol discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holmenkol
Howl Shell Pant
Nylon with water-repellent coating treatment (likely fluorinated)
Typical ski pants with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry, PFAS risk present but unconfirmed without brand disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holmenkol
Volcom Men's Kleveland Snow Pants
synthetic textile with water-repellent coating finish (unspecified)
Skip until waterproofing chemistry is disclosed, snow pants need water-repellent coating, which commonly contains PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holmenkol
Mogul Pant, Shells, 4 Colors
Shell fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip unless Holmenkol discloses their water-repellent coating chemistry, silent stance on PFAS in outdoor shells is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holmenkol
Wedze Men's 500 Warm Waterproof Snow Pants
Synthetic fabric with waterproof water-repellent coating (composition unspecified)
Skip or contact Holmenkol directly, waterproof snow pants carry PFAS risk and brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Holmenkol
Volcom Men's L Gore-Tex Pant
Gore-Tex membrane (polytetrafluoroethylene-based laminate)
Skip or contact brand, Gore-Tex is Teflon-type coating-based; Volcom/Holmenkol provide no PFAS transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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